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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
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HP Spectre x360 14
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Updated March 22, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago
When deciding between the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and the HP Spectre x360 14, consider that the ASUS has superior performance, making it ideal for gaming and demanding engineering applications, but comes with a higher price tag and less portability. In contrast, the HP Spectre offers good performance for general use, is more affordable, has a convertible design for versatility, and is easier to carry around, but it won't excel in intensive tasks compared to the ASUS. Each suits different needs; the choice depends on whether performance or portability and price take priority for you. Give Feedback
At the time of writing the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 cost $2,499 and the HP Spectre x360 14 cost $1,230.
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.9
8.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
292.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its high-end CPU and ample RAM, excels in performance for demanding tasks, but its size and shorter battery life may not be ideal for those prioritizing portability and longevity on a single charge. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance of solid performance, high screen quality, and longer battery life, all in a more portable package, making it very well-suited for general use where mobility and screen clarity are highly valued.
Gaming and AI
8.4
6.8
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 offers a superior GPU and a high screen refresh rate that are crucial for smooth and detailed gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the HP Spectre x360 14, while having a quality screen and a decent CPU, doesn't match the ASUS in graphical performance or refresh rates, making it less ideal for those high-demand activities. While the Spectre provides versatility and portability for general use, for heavy gaming and 3D tasks, the ASUS stands out due to its hardware tailored for those intensive applications.
Content Creation
8.2
8.7
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 are both very good for content creation, though the HP Spectre x360 14 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.5
8.4
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
8.1
8.6
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
292.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 14 for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its ample resolution and bright display, facilitates sharp images and clear text, which makes it suitable for general use and detail-oriented tasks like engineering, but its refresh rate isn't high enough for the smooth visuals serious gamers demand. The HP Spectre x360 14 has a high-resolution display that excels in brightness and color reproduction, contributing to its very good screen quality for general tasks and engineering or design work where color accuracy is key. However, like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate which can't provide the fluid motion that those activities typically require.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,499
$1,630
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a price of $2,499 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
8.6
8.4
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and HP Spectre x360 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, delivers top-notch performance and screen quality ideal for resource-intensive engineering tasks, but sacrifices portability due to its size and weight. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance between capable performance for engineering software, with good portable design, and its high-quality keyboard makes it comfortable for extended use, though its GPU isn't as powerful for highly demanding tasks.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and HP Spectre x360 14 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and the HP Spectre x360 14 compare to other laptops
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 | HP Spectre x360 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,499 | $1,630 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.02'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 3.45 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 8.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 68 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 292 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 2160p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | May 2021
"Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 laptop review: liquid metal 7 nm AMD Zen 3 is stunning. The raw performance increase is absolutely bonkers if you're upgrading from a laptop on Coffee Lake-H or older. The 45 W Ryzen 9 5900HX is neck-to-neck with the thicker, heavier, and hotter Schenker Ultra 17 running on a desktop-class Core i9-11900K despite their wide TDP differences. The performance-per-watt advantages can make Intel Rocket Lake feel like a last generation platform at times. As for the chassis itself, it's a huge light show with RGB LEDs on almost all sides of the system."
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Rami Tabari | February 2024
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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